Sunday 31 December 2017

TRAVEL TO MOVIES: STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI

Director: Rian Johnson
Cast: Mark Hamill , Daisy Ridley , Oscar Isaac , John Boyega , Carrie Fisher , Adam Driver , Andy Serkis , Benicio del Toro , Gwendoline Christie , Anthony Daniels , Kelly Marie Tran , Lupita Nyong'o , Warwick Davis , Tom Hardy , Billie Lourd , Domhnall Gleeson , Justin Theroux
Plot: The movie is the 8th instalment in the "Star Wars" franchise that serves as the follow-up to 2015's "Star Wars: The Force Awakens". Having taken her first steps into the Jedi world, Rey joins Luke Skywalker on an adventure with Leia, Finn and Poe that unlocks mysteries of the Force and secrets of the past. Rey develops her newly discovered abilities with the guidance of Luke Skywalker, who is unsettled by the strength of her powers. Meanwhile, the Resistance prepares to do battle with the First Order.


My Movie Review: The movie is the best in the franchise both story and effects were superb!!! Star Wars: The Last Jedi is what we expected grand entertaining saga in epic proportions and more mind-blowing sequence that will stand till the test of time with new technique into visuals! Love the red rays of smoke in the white sand and the new cute squirrel character that scream:) Adam Driver is one of the standout in this film his resistance with good and evil was believable. This is a beloved tribute to Carrie Fisher her role was given a great send off leading the troops and essential return of Luke Skywalker as a mentor teaching Rey to be Jedi in mind and spirit!!
My Favorite Character: Poe Dameron

Poe Dameron was a human male pilot who served as a captain in the New Republic and, later, the Resistance during its conflict with the First Order. The son of Lieutenant Shara Bey and Sergeant Kes Dameron of the Alliance to Restore the Republic, Dameron followed in his late mother's footsteps and became a pilot, serving the New Republic Starfleet as the commander of Rapier Squadron, but grew disillusioned with the Republic's inaction to the First Order's violations of the Galactic Concordance. Poe Dameron defected to the Resistance, where he became one of General Leia Organa's most trusted operatives. Dameron flew under the callsign of Black Leader while piloting his specialized T-70 X-wing fighter, Black One~ Survivor.

Source: http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Poe_Dameron

Friday 29 December 2017

TRAVEL TO PLACES: THAILAND-- THA MAHARAJ MALL

My Personal Experience: I went to Tha Maharaj Mall this year August 28, 2017, together with my sister. We went there to drop off to the river tour and plan visit one of the popular attraction. The Grand Palace was closed once we arrived luckily the mall have different attractions where we strike a pose outside with some interesting characters and Instagram worthy site around it:)













Tha Maharaj Mall
Tha Maharaj is one of only a handful of shopping malls located in Bangkok’s historic Old City. Walking distance from many of the capital’s most famous sights such as Wat Pho and Tha Maharaj benefits from an idyllic riverside location, with a good lineup of cafes, restaurants and bars taking advantage of the handsome views across the water. It has its very own pier arriving by boat is the most popular way to reach the mall, although if you're on a sightseeing trip, and Tha Maharaj Mall is simple to reach on foot around 10 minutes away from The Grand Palace!!!

Wednesday 27 December 2017

TRAVEL TO MOVIES: MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS

Director: Kenneth Branagh
Cast: Kenneth Branagh , Johnny Depp , Michelle Pfeiffer , Willem Dafoe , Penelope Cruz , Daisy Ridley , Josh Gad , Derek Jacobi ,  Judi Dench , Manuel Garcia-Rulfo , Leslie Odom Jr. , Tom Bateman , Lucy Boynton , Adam Garcia , Olivia Colman , Miranda Raison , Sergie Polunin
Plot: A remake of the 1974 classic movie of the same name, based on a novel by Agatha Christie. It follows a Belgian detective, Hercule Poirot, who is investigating the murder of an American tycoon aboard the Orient Express train.


My Movie Review: The movie is mystery crime thriller that will keep guessing until cut-off short the suspense was killed right away when the truth set free turn out they all commit the murder:( This Agatha Christie novel remake is intriguing the concept was brilliant gives chill to the bone! Murder On The Orient Express is a must-see despite the let down end it features star-studded cast that is rarely seen this movie has classic elegance and no one can deny the rich treat feel. Hercule Poirot owns the spotlight as the rest follow his lead into the dazzling pattern while the Gangster past hunts him with seeking revenge by the family and friends on his previous victim!
My Favorite Characters: Count Rudolph Andrenyi & Countess Andrenyi

Sergei Polunin is Count Rudolph Andrenyi, who travels luxuriously on a Hungarian diplomatic passport and is fiercely protective of his wife. A very defensive man who tries to conceal the true identity of his wife, Countess Andrenyi. The Count takes his wife's place in the murder. Lucy Boynton plays Countess Andrenyi, a young dark haired beautiful and timid woman who maintains elegant fashions. The sister of Sonia Armstrong, did not murder Ratchett. Because the Countess a quiet young duchess is closest to the Armstrong case, she attempts to conceal her identity by dropping grease on her passport and smudging the name label on her luggage:(

Source: http://www.sparknotes.com/lit/orientexpress/characters.html

Monday 25 December 2017

TRAVEL TO PLACES: THAILAND-- RIVER CITY BANGKOK

My Personal Experience: I went River City Bangkok this year August 28, 2017, together with my sister. We just take a glance not actually set foot there but it's the first stop of our river tour. The mall is known for antique shops in-line with high end boutiques that's why it was called The Anchor Of Arts And Antiques enjoy shopping with the rare end view of Chao Phraya River.













River City Bangkok
A well-known landmark on the Chao Phraya riverbank, River City has been around since 1984. Originally, it served a niche market of antique collectors and traders, spearheading monthly auction events where sellers and buyers of antiques could meet. River City is a four-storey mall overlooking sweeping views of the Chao Phraya River. It specialises in antiques and collectibles, with monthly on-site and online auctions, although there’s also a good range of fashion and jewellery shops as well as riverside eateries with exciting outdoor dining terraces :)

Saturday 23 December 2017

TRAVEL TO MOVIES: DISNEY-PIXAR COCO

Director: Lee Unkrich
Cast: Anthony Gonzalez , Gael Garcia Bernal , Benjamin Bratt , Jaime Camil , RenĂ©e Victor , Ana Ofelia Murguia , Edward James Olmos , Sofia Espinosa , Alfonso Arau , Herbert Siguenza
Plot: A spirited 12-year-old boy named Miguel, who comes from a big family in rural Mexico, discovers a generations-old mystery on the eve of Dia de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead. His discovery will forever change his life. Despite his familys baffling generations-old ban on music, Miguel (voice of newcomer Anthony Gonzalez) dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz (voice of Benjamin Bratt). Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead following a mysterious chain of events. Along the way, he meets charming trickster Hector (voice of Gael Garcia Bernal), and together, they set off on an extraordinary journey to unlock the real story behind Miguel's family history.


My Movie Review: The movie is imaginative visual treat that capture heart and touches soul):( Coco is my first and only animated movie that I watched this year in cinemas since don't like cartoons this must be a special one cause I made an exception and wasn't let down it's worthy. Day of the Dead is the grandest tradition in Mexico where they remember their love ones who pass away in festive parade wearing skull mask and colorful costume I want to attend one day. You think you know the story just seeing the trailer but you don't there's more that in store. Love the voice of Miguel- cute and enthusiastic one of the reasons that captivate and make the movie watchable while Mama Coco make us cry when she tries to remember her Papa Hector.
My Favorite Lines: "Remember me, though I have to say goodbye / Remember me, don't let it make you cry / For even if I'm far away, I hold you in my heart / I sing a secret song to you, each night we are apart / Remember me, though I have to travel far / Remember me, each time you hear a sad guitar / Know that I'm with you, the only way that I can be / Until you're in my arms again, remember me..."(Singing) "What are you doing? I'm walking like a skeleton. No, skeletons don't walk like that. That's how you walk. No, I don't." "I am terribly allergic. But Dante doesn't have any hair. And I don't have a nose, and yet, here we are." "Look, what I'm trying to say is... is that although you may Never Forgive him, you should NEVER Forget him!!"

Wednesday 20 December 2017

TRAVEL TO PLACES: THAILAND-- SANTI CHAI PRAKAN PARK

My Personal Experience: I went to Santi Chai Prakan Park this year August 28, 2017, together with my sister. We went there to relax- cool down and feel the cool breeze in the park. Every corner is perfect for photo up whether landmark or surround trees you can strike a pose! Santi Chai Prakan Park is safe haven where you can refresh look around in the lush greenery:)













Santi Chai Prakan Park
Santi Chai Prakan Park, located on Phra Athit Road in the eastern part of Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, is a public park that was built to mark the celebration of the 60th birthday of His Majesty the King in 1999. Santi Chai Prakan Park is very popular among both locals and foreign visitors as it offers greenery and a relaxing and pleasing atmosphere. Moreover, here, you can take in the beautiful day or night view of Chao Phraya River and the Rama VIII Bridge. Go ahead and enjoy the amazing scenery from the Santichai Prakan Park- it's absolutely free!!

Saturday 16 December 2017

TRAVEL TO MOVIES: JUSTICE LEAGUE

Director: Zack Snyder
Cast: Ben Affleck , Gal Gadot , Henry Cavill , Jason Momoa , Ezra Miller , Jesse Eisenberg , Amy Adams , J.K. Simmons , Willem Dafoe , Amber Heard , Diane Lane , Connie Nielsen , Robin Wright , Jeremy Irons , CiarĂ¡n Hinds , Billy Crudup , Paulina Bovena , Kiersey Clemons
Plot: Several months after the events of "Batman V Superman", Bruce Wayne's faith in humanity is restored due to Superman's selfless act. So together with Diana Prince, he decides to assemble a team of superheroes, which includes The Flash, Cyborg and Aquaman, to battle against the catastrophic threat of Steppenwolf and his army of Parademons who are on the hunt for three Mother Boxes on Earth.


My Movie Review: The movie is all-star superhero adventure that perform below expectation!! Justice League is such a disappointment I hate to say this but it's true for the reason we love seeing them we except it's going to be great since all of our favorite superhero come together:{ But didn't deliver this one has less story to tell and they rather show flashy scenes to entertain. Superman saves the day- being a villain never seen his dark side it add spice and excitement:} It feels like continuation of WW where the real villain come in their world mix with Gotham City- most iconic scenes happen in an instant take a closer look and wait for after credits such a flip.
My Favorite Character: Aquaman (Arthur Curry)

Arthur Curry, born with the Atlantean name Orin, is the crown prince of Atlantis, as well as the superhero known as Aquaman. While initially reserved and content with his isolation from the surface world, Aquaman would eventually be recruited by Batman and Wonder Woman to be a member of Justice League, in order to help defend Earth against the imminent alien invasion of Steppenwolf and his Parademon army. Following his recruitment, Arthur played a pivotal role in reviving Superman following his death. With the team fully assembled, Aquaman contributed to the successful assault against to the forces of Apokolips, forcing the alien invasion into retreat..

Source: http://dcextendeduniverse.wikia.com/wiki/Aquaman

Thursday 14 December 2017

TRAVEL TO PLACES: THAILAND-- PHRA SUMEN FORT

My Personal Experience: I went to Phra Sumen Fort this year August 28, 2017, together with my sister. We went there to take a glimpse on the fort with park near to the Chao Phraya River. Going there is worth it even in our limited time to catch a boat- the fort will make feel like royal:) Phra Sumen Fort is one of the must-see place if you want cool tranquility and relax in the park.













Phra Sumen Fort
Built in 1783 to defend against potential naval invasions and named for the mythical Mt Meru (Phra Sumen in Thai) of Hindu-Buddhist cosmology, the octagonal brick-and-stucco bunker was one of 14 city watchtowers that punctuated the old city wall alongside Khlong Rop Krung. Apart from Mahakan Fort, this is the only one still standing. Alongside the fort and fronting the river is a small, grassy park with an open-air pavilion, river views, luscious trees, cool breezes!!

Tuesday 12 December 2017

TRAVEL TO MOVIES: JIGSAW


Directors: Peter Spierig, Michael Spierig
Cast: Tobin Bell , Laura Vandervoort , Matt Passmore , Mandela Van Peebles , Clé Bennett , Hannah Emily Anderson , Callum Keith Rennie , Paul Braunstein , Brittany Allen , Josiah Black
Plot: While working on solving a string of killings, investigators are met with puzzling mystery. They discover evidence linking the crime to a person called John Kramer, the infamous killer who went by the name Jigsaw. The only problem is he has been dead for over a decade - leaving them to ponder whether Kramer is really dead or there is another Jigsaw come in town.


My Movie Review: The movie is fun to watch now more creative than their previous franchise! Jigsaw is brings back the glory of killing games and mind escape tricks with new innovative way in telling the story- unexpectedly it was clear and concise from usual start to twisted finish! The film is smart in hiding the truth until the last it was spontaneous but sort of tricky not force:) Matt Passmore is very nice actor compelling as a detective and still believable as a serial killer. Like the props in set- bucket in the heads help to conceal the mystery with impressive treads connecting each other perfect for traps while the lasers big blue light elevate the visual appeal.

More Description: The movie begins following a police pursuit of criminal Edgar Munson. Edgar, in an obvious panic and holding a 'triggering mechanism', begins to yell at the cops pursuing him about the beginning of another 'game', and how he must choose people to die, or otherwise he would be killed. After a series of murders bearing all the markings of the Jigsaw killer, law enforcement find themselves chasing the ghost of a man dead for over a decade and embroiled in a new game that's only just begun. Is John Kramer back from the dead to remind the world to be grateful for the gift of life? Is this a trap set by a killer with designs of their own?

Source: http://sawfilms.wikia.com/wiki/Jigsaw

Sunday 10 December 2017

TRAVEL TO PLACES: THAILAND-- PHRA ARTHIT PIER

My Personal Experience: I went to Phra Arthit Pier this year August 28, 2017, together with my sister. We went there to hop off in the last destination in our river tour which is our first stop. We start to drop off in the farthest pier in Chao Phraya Tourist Boat when we got tired strolling Bangkok it's a great time posing in the heat of the sun with my shades on feel like a rock star!!!













Phra Arthit Pier
The Phra Arthit (also called Banglampo) Pier is your access point to the backpacker-set district of Khaosan, such as: Wat Chana Songkram where people often use the temple as a shortcut between Khao San Road and the river without ever stopping to take a closer look. Look for Chaophraya Express Boat main page. Khaosan Road itself is the center of  backpacker scene.

Friday 8 December 2017

TRAVEL TO MOVIES: RENEGADES

Director: Steven Quale
Cast: Sullivan Stapleton , Charlie Bewley , Sylvia Hoeks , J.K. Simmons , Diarmaid Murtagh , Clemens Schick , Alain Blazevic , Dimitri Leonidas , Ewen Bremner , Artjom Gilz , Karim Cherif
Plot: A team of Navy SEALs on assignment in war-torn Europe discover a treasure at the bottom of a lake. In an effort to help the locals and return it to its rightful owners, they are detected by the enemy and left with only 10 hours to carry out their mission.


My Movie Review: The movie is military heist thriller for someone who seek casual adventure! Renegades is impressive in keeping things low key and somewhat unnoticeable in cinemas yet reserve its hidden treasure tale to those who are experimental or just go with the flow viewers:) The underwater scenes were off the roof and enjoyable finding gold bars not easy but worth it once you find it just don't be caught with bad guys who monitor the lake as the tension built-up. Most of the cast are fresh faces and never seen before their young looks like fun to hangout with their hilarious bond in the boot camp and the way they fight end making bigger explosives!

Movie News: This film is rumored to be worth hundreds of millions of dollars. In an effort to help the locals, they go rogue and engineer a heist to retrieve the gold and return it to its rightful owners. But in a deadly turn of events, they are detected by the enemy and left with only 10 hours to carry out their mission. The film stars J.K. Simmons (Whiplash) & Sullivan Stapleton (300: Rise of an Empire), is Directed by Steven Quale (Final Destination 5 and Into the Storm) and is an original story written by Luc Besson (Taken, The Warriors Gate and Lucy).

Source: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/renegades_2017/

Wednesday 6 December 2017

TRAVEL TO PLACES: THAILAND-- CHAO PHRAYA TOURIST BOAT

My Personal Experience: I went to Chao Phraya Tourist Boat this year August 28, 2017, together with my sister. We went there to experience Bangkok in water see it in a different way. The journey start at Sathorn Central Pier where we got to the boat and ride- feel your tourist it's nice to peak the different structure and landmarks you can enjoy on river boat cool sightseeing.













Chao Phraya Tourist Boat
Travellers and tourists can easily explore Bangkok with the convenience and safety when board Chao Phraya Tourist Boat. The Boat (Blue Flag) proceeds along the Chao Phraya River stops at the piers that connect to Bangkok's tourist attraction. One-day River Pass holders are able to travel from pier to pier with no concern into purchasing boat ticket again or getting lost!!

Monday 4 December 2017

TRAVEL TO MOVIES: THE MOUNTAIN BETWEEN US

Director: Hany Abu-Assad
Cast: Kate Winslet , Idris Elba , Dermot Mulroney , Beau Bridges , Lee Majdoub , Vincent Gale
Plot: Ashley and Ben are on a charter plane to their own destinations when the pilot has a heart attack mid-flight and crashes into the High Uintas Wilderness. Fortunately Ben is a doctor and a climber who nurses Ashley back to health as they survive the harsh conditions. Ashley, who was supposed to return for her wedding, finds herself falling for the charming Ben.


My Movie Review: The movie is cold survival adventure turn into unexpected warm romance!! The Mountain Between Us is a pleasant surprise dares you to be patient and have some faith:) Eventually you will survive the days- trust a stranger or do what you have to do in that moment. Great cinematography in the freezing mountains and pouring snow make this a watchable film! The shift in emotion takes turn when their about to be apart where the chemistry in cold begin but cut short when back to reality as the time goes by they realized their in love for each other:) Kate Winslet and Idris Elba is not the first pairing you think like this but nice experiment indeed.

More Description: On a stormy winter night, two strangers wait for a flight at the Salt Lake City airport. Ashley Knox is an successful writer, who is flying East for her much anticipated wedding. Dr. Ben Payne has just wrapped up a medical conference and is also eager to return home to Jacksonville, FL for a slate of surgeries he has scheduled for the following day. As the days on the mountains become weeks, their survival becomes increasingly perilous.  How will they make it out of the wilderness and how will this experience change them forever? Both tender and page-turning, a love story will reaffirm your belief in the power of love to sustain us!!

Source: http://charlesmartinbooks.com/books/the_mountain_between_us#.WiWDBzcRXIU

Friday 1 December 2017

TRAVEL TO PLACES: THAILAND-- SEA LIFE BANGKOK OCEAN WORLD

My Personal Experience: I went to Sea Life Bangkok Ocean World this year August 28, 2017, together with my sister. We went there see what inside sea life look like out of the ocean world. Found on the lower ground in Siam Paragon this attraction is easy to find just go down to malls escalator and you'll see in sea like blue poster all around where you can take unlimited photos!













Sea Life Bangkok Ocean World
Formerly, Siam Ocean World is an aquarium in Bangkok, Thailand, the largest in South East Asia. It covers approximately 10,000 square meters (110,000 sq ft) with hundreds of different species on display in exhibits totaling about 5,000,000 liters (1,300,000 U.S. gal). The Sea Life Bangkok Ocean World Thailand aims to provide both entertainment and education into visitors.